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SCOTTSDALE COMMERCE & NEWS

IN THE KNOW

The Villas at Seven Desert Mountain host third model home

Camelot Homes announces the opening of its third model home at The Villas at Seven Desert Mountain in north Scottsdale.

Greater Phoenix Chamber names new members to VYP Board

Francine restaurant sets opening date at Scottsdale Fashion Square

WaFd Bank donates $40k to CASS, Primavera

Small businesses, nonprofits may be eligible for county grants

NEWS

Ask the Scottsdale City Council candidates: What value do you place on American freedoms?

On July 4, 1776, America’s founding fathers adopted the Declaration of Independence --- an action held near and dear to Americans hearts some 200 years later. While July 4, 2020 looked much …

Scottsdale City Council decides annual human services funding levels

Scottsdale City Council agreed with, and approved, recommendations made by the Human Services Commission for funding programs aimed at assisting community needs. On June 30, City Council …

Arizona tops 108,000 cases of COVID-19

The Arizona Department of Health Services is reporting over 108,000 cases of COVID-19 as of Wednesday morning. In Arizona, there are 108,614 cases and 1,963 deaths of the novel coronavirus, up …

Paradise Valley vows to work through, defend against Five Star lawsuit

The Town of Paradise Valley will work to protect the best interests of Paradise Valley residents and remain true to the spirit and the letter of its agreements with Five Star Development in response …

Arizona fire departments see decrease in calls due to coronavirus

Municipal fire departments around the valley have been dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic since late February and the call volume has decreased inside some organizations, officials contend.

Scottsdale partners with ASU to address Sonoran Desert concerns

For the next three years, Arizona State University experts will work with Scottsdale to address ways to create a “cooler and more sustainable urban environment.”

SCOTTSDALE OPINION

Verma: Taking action to protect America’s nursing home residents against COVID-19

Nursing homes have become ground zero in the coronavirus disease 2019 COVID-19 pandemic, with outbreaks causing high rates of illness …

Shapiro: You and I have a lot in common

I know we share a lot in common. All of us met our spouses on a blind or first date. That date turned out to be magical. We knew we …

Cadwell: Summer skincare faces sun, heat…and masks

Summer is here and much like you swap out your winter wardrobe for summer attire, the same goes for your skin care. At Vibrant Skin …

Rogers: The crisis of the pandemic on individuals who have intellectual disabilities

COVID-19 poses extreme obstacles for people who have intellectual disabilities and thrive on routine, familiar activities, and people, …

Crawford: Political shenanigans, misstatements of facts

I would like to set the record straight and defend myself and others against recent accusations and inferences made regarding …

Brown: John Little is the right leader for Scottsdale

John Little is the right leader for right now. Governing requires understanding the responsibilities of all city departments …

Smith: Young Scottsdale voters weigh in

In an attempt to get younger voters more involved and informed in the City of Scottsdale, several groups (Scottsdale Rising Young …

Little: My commitment to education and the city

Dear Scottsdale educators and education advocates, There are many reasons to love Scottsdale. At the top of this list is our …

Caputi: Scottsdale needs to reach higher

The recent protests about systemic racism have brought national awareness and engagement to the issues of justice and equality for …

Lyles: Great job Phoenix for a great need in the city

This month, the Phoenix City Council unanimously approved an incredibly important new affordable housing initiative. With Phoenix …

SCOTTSDALE EDUCATION

SUSD Governing Board selects 2 ‘Return to Learn’ student options

After an overwhelming response from stakeholders, the Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board has determined the best-case scenario for students to “Return to Learn.”

COVID-19 shadow looms as Scottsdale Schools leaders approve 2020-21 budget

Scottsdale Unified School District has its expenditure budget for the 2020-21 school year but the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic may cast a shadow on budget plans for years to come.

Seven candidates emerge in race for 3 Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board seats

The race for Scottsdale Unified School District Governing Board is set, with seven candidates seeking three seats in the Nov. 3 General Election. While eight people had filed statement of …

Arizona back-to-school assignment tackles ‘social-distance’ learning amid pandemic freeze

Dr. Scott Menzel takes the reins at Scottsdale Schools

Kriekard leaves lasting impact on Scottsdale Schools

O’Connor Institute’s Civic Challenge opens for middle school students

Rotary Club of Scottsdale awards $70K in scholarships

Scottsdale Neighbors & Business Reporting

Neighbors

Runner raises $2K to donate to AHCF

Local runner Lee Perreira recently completed 16 marathons in 16 days and delivered a $2,000 donation as a result to the Arizona Health Care Foundation.

Sports Fund of Arizona grants scholarships for youth to attend baseball camp

Eighty youngsters living in foster care homes, or in low-income areas throughout the Valley, have an opportunity to attend a summer baseball camp.

Rotary Club of Scottsdale names new president, officers

The Rotary Club of Scottsdale has announced recent leadership changes including the addition of a new president and new officers.

Arizona Marine license plates honor the past, invest in our future

Every time Elisabeth Wisthoff looks at the license plate of her husband’s Toyota Tacoma, it reminds her of where they met, the life they’ve shared and the children they’ve …

Fiesta Bowl Charities

Ryan House helps families conquer impossible scenarios with dignity, joy and compassion

Love will conquer all. The word, “all” can encompass some of the most devastating situations for a person, a family --- even a nation. But at Ryan House, the word carries a weight …

Business

The Palmeraie enters final stretch of construction, sees health upgrades

The first phase of the $2 billion development The Palmeraie, which sits on the Scottsdale-Paradise Valley line, is entering the home-stretch of completion.